Learn about the requirements of the ONCA, the new corporate law that applies to Ontario non-profits and charities, the steps required to formally transition to the new legislation, and tips for compliance
Next SessionFebruary 21, 2024 Format FREE WITH RSVP |
What is the new ONCA? How does my organization comply? What will happen if my organization does not transition by the deadline? Are there any new rules I need to know?
In this session, we will review the rules under the ONCA and the steps needed comply prior to the October 19, 2024 transition deadline. Charities and non-profits will leave with a clear understanding of how to update their organization’s bylaws, letters patent and other governing documents.
We will also review ongoing compliance under the new law, including a refresher of some key requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency and the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee.
Who is this Session for?
This session is for charity and non-profit leaders who will be navigating the ONCA transition process on behalf of their organization.
What will Participants Gain from this Session?
In this session, you will learn:
- The key differences between the previous corporate law and the new ONCA.
- How to transition under the ONCA before the October 19, 2024 deadline.
- How to navigate the new online Ontario Business Registry.
- Refreshers on compliance with key requirements of the Canada Revenue Agency and the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee.
Facilitated by Katrina Kairys
Katrina practices charity and not-for-profit law at Patel Kairys Law. She completed her undergraduate degree at McGill University and obtained her J.D. from the University of Toronto Faculty of Law. Katrina practiced charity and not-for-profit law at a national law firm for several years prior to co-founding Patel Kairys Law.
Katrina is a director of ACCESS Community Capital Fund, a charity based in Toronto, and she volunteers as the Public Affairs Liaison of the Ontario Bar Association Charities and Not-for-Profit Law Section Executive. Katrina has authored articles in the Estates, Trusts & Pensions Journal, Canadian Tax Foundation Conference Report and Ontario Bar Association Section Insider.
Sponsored by OASSIS
OASSIS is an association plan and has been providing Employee Benefit Plans across Canada since 1990, with an exceptional history of serving its members in both service and in price. We offer affordable and comprehensive Employee Benefits to not-for-profit organizations of all sizes (1 to over 1,000 employees) exclusively. Benefits are available to full time, part time, and contract employees. Learn more on their website.